The Concept of Morality in Islam as the Basis of Contemporary Social Ethics

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effect of moral learning methods on strengthening the faith of Islamic Morality in Islam is the primary foundation for shaping individual behavior and a civilized social order. However, in the context of contemporary society characterized by globalization, plurality of values, and ethical crises, the concept of morality often experiences a reduction in meaning and loses its transformative power in social life. This study aims to examine the concept of morality in Islam and its relevance as a basis for contemporary social ethics. This study uses a qualitative method with a library research approach, analyzing primary sources in the form of the Qur'an, hadith, and the works of classical scholars and contemporary Islamic thinkers who discuss morality and social ethics. The results show that morality in Islam is not only oriented towards individual piety, but also has a strong social dimension, such as justice, honesty, responsibility, empathy, and respect for others. These moral values are relevant as a foundation for social ethics in facing the moral challenges of modern society, including individualism, pragmatism, and the degradation of human values. This study confirms that revitalizing the concept of Islamic morality as a basis for social ethics has strategic urgency in building a harmonious, just, and dignified society.